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i Häxa is an ambitious, four-part conceptual album merging dark folk and industrial soundscapes with ritualistic themes tied to the cycles of nature and human experience. Rebecca Need-Menear's haunting vocals alongside Peter Miles' intense production make each track a powerful sonic experience, from eerie ambient tones in “Eight Eyes” to apocalyptic beats on “Destroy Everything.” The project combines visual elements and seasonal motifs, creating an immersive journey that examines both ancient myth and existential dread, with influences spanning folk horror to trip-hop. The album is richly layered, producing a cohesive, atmospheric, and chilling meditation on primal themes​ The Progressive Subway   The Sleeping Shaman   Distorted Sound Magazine   Ihaxa . Genre : Dark Folk Country : UK Final Verdict: 70% (Very Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 56th / 809 Highlight : The Well Made me think of: Anna von Hausswolff Chelsea Wolfe Paatos #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #a

Friend of a Phantom sees VOLA refining their signature blend of heavy riffs, electronic textures, and melodic depth. The album opens with “Cannibal,” featuring In Flames’ Anders Fridén, blending powerful vocals with dense instrumentation. Tracks like “We Will Not Disband” showcase VOLA’s skill in combining serene melodies with robust rhythmic intensity. The single "Paper Wolf" is a throwback to their heavier roots, while “Glass Mannequin” provides a softer, synth-driven interlude. Known for bridging prog-metal and alt-rock, VOLA's latest work solidifies their genre-defying artistry, creating an evocative, atmospheric journey​ Boolin Tunes   Devolution Magazine   GAMES, BRRRAAAINS & A HEAD-BANGING LIFE   Jace Media Music . Genre : Progressive Metal Country : Denmark/Sweden Final Verdict: 69% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 73th / 808 Highlight : Paper Wolf (added to my 2024 best of) Made me think of: Leprous TesseracT Haken #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmu